Who said that young people were only consumers, not involved in community life and community activities? Maelle Hermelin, 21, defies the cliché and in a beautiful way. She lives in the Chevern countryside. “ I wanted to show that things can happen here ”, she said. She organized on Saturday October 5, 2024, an exhibition and sale of art and crafts in Coudas where her parents, market gardeners, have a room to rent. “ I had the idea of putting together this exhibition. I am a BTS commerce student and I would like to work in events. »
Maelle discovered everything: the need to join an association, to make a budget, logistics, communication to publicize the event… The La Préale association was created in June with a few friends, Maelle publicized her project on social networks. Painters, photographers and craftsmen have come forward. She welcomed around ten. We had to find something to install the exhibitors, particularly grids. Maelle reached out to a few experienced people and overcame the obstacles.
The public came, including many friends and acquaintances. The day was a success. When we know the difficulty that associations have in finding volunteers and renewing their leaders, the example given by Maelle is entirely encouraging.
